1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 15 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
